Sculpture Lab Tech/Studio Manager

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Sculpture Lab Tech / Studio Manager at Harper College in Palatine, IL. The role oversees Sculpture Studios, manages shop safety, and supports student projects with supervision of student workers.

This part-time position emphasizes safety, equipment maintenance, and inventory, with an adjunct teaching pathway possible for candidates with MFA/MA. 20 hrs/week in the school year; 10 hrs/week in summer.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a sculpture studio or similar shop is required.
• Familiarity with all types of tools and processes is required.
• No specific degree is required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and manage the Sculpture Studios, including shop and equipment maintenance.
• Order supplies and handle basic bookkeeping and inventory.
• Assist students with projects and supervise student workers.
• Monitor and enforce studio safety procedures.
• Collaborate with the Ceramics Lab Tech.

Skills

Sculpture studio experience

Tool familiarity

Education

No specific degree required

Job description

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Sculpture Lab Tech / Studio Manager Description

This position involves managing the Sculpture Studios of the ArtDepartment. Duties include shop and equipment maintenance, orderingsupplies, basic bookkeeping, regular inventory, assisting studentswith projects and supervising student workers. A key role with thisposition is monitoring student safety and maintaining studio safetyprocedures. The studios include a large woodshop, metal fabricatingshop, foundry, and ceramics studios. This Sculpture Lab Techposition works collaboratively with the Ceramics Lab Tech.

QUALIFICATIONS

Requirements

Experience working in a sculpture studio or similar shop isrequired. Familiarity with all types of tools and processes isrequired. No specific degree is required.

Adjunct teaching opportunities may be available to a candidate withan MFA or MA, including Foundation Drawing, Design, or ArtAppreciation. A candidate with no advanced degree but appropriateexperience may have the opportunity to teach Continuing Educationcourses.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Schedule and Salary

This is a part-time, hourly rate position. 20 hours/week throughout the school year and 10 hours/week duringsummer. All academic breaks off. Minimum 3 days/week.

Contact: Jason Peot Professor of Art Harper College 1200 W. Algonquin Rd. Palatine, IL 60067 847-925-6309 [e-mail]

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